C-130 FMS Kuwait Aircraft Tripod Jack 10-ton & 30-ton
ID: N6833526Q1003Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAIR WARFARE CTR AIRCRAFT DIVJOINT BASE MDL, NJ, 08733, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (333998)

PSC

AIRCRAFT GROUND SERVICING EQUIPMENT (1730)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/0a906c30571a46bbacb00c99c9e11d08/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the NAVAIR Warfare Center Aircraft Division, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of 10-ton and 30-ton Aircraft Tripod Jacks to support the Kuwait Ministry of Defence's C-130 Foreign Military Sales Program. This competitive procurement is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, with the expectation of a single Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order awarded to the selected contractor. The jacks are critical for aircraft ground servicing and must be delivered within 150 days of contract award, adhering to strict quality assurance and packaging standards. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by November 20, 2025, and direct any inquiries to Alexander Buchan at alexander.g.buchan2.civ@us.navy.mil by November 11, 2025, while ensuring compliance with the Buy American Act and submitting a valid DD Form 2345 for access to technical data by November 6, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alexander Buchan
    alexander.g.buchan2.civ@us.navy.mil
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    CDRL A001 - Request for Variance.pdf
    This Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) outlines the requirement for a Request for Variance (RFV) related to AC Tripod Jacks (10 & 30 Ton) for the U.S. Air Force. The document, identified as Data Item A001, specifies that RFVs are to be submitted as required, following paragraph 3.3 of the Statement of Work. It clarifies that MIL-HDBK-61, referenced in the Data Item Description, is for guidance only. The requiring office is NAWCAD BL-22300, which will also receive distribution of the RFV. Government approval or disapproval of the RFV will be provided within 30 days of receipt. This CDRL ensures a standardized process for requesting deviations from specified requirements for the tripod jacks.
    Drawing Package.pdf
    This government file is a drawing package for AC Tripod Jacks, specifically 10 and 30-ton models. The document explicitly states that it only contains the names of individual drawings, parts lists, and specifications. It directs users to follow the solicitation's instructions to obtain the actual files, which include "50J25178_98750_RevE_with_Data_List" and "53J6268_98750_RevL_with_Data_List." This file serves as an index or a table of contents for a larger technical documentation package related to the procurement or maintenance of these tripod jacks within a government context.
    Solicitation - N6833526Q1003.pdf
    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) N6833526Q1003 is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside for the competitive procurement of Aircraft 10-Ton and 30-Ton Tripod Jacks for the Kuwait Ministry of Defence C-130 Foreign Military Sales Program. The solicitation anticipates a single-award, Firm Fixed-Price, Purchase Order type contract. Offerors must be registered in SAM and are required to submit a valid DD Form 2345 (Military Critical Technical Data Agreement) by November 6, 2025, to receive the necessary technical data package for quotation preparation due to export control regulations. All correspondence and questions, due by November 11, 2025, should be directed to Alexander Buchan. The contract includes specific requirements for packaging, marking (especially for FMS), inspection, acceptance (via WAWF), and delivery within 150 calendar days from the date of award. It also emphasizes Buy American Act compliance and outlines payment instructions through WAWF, including the use of Transportation Account Code (TAC) P717 for FOB origin shipments.
    Solicitation Amendment - N6833526Q10030001pdf.pdf
    Amendment 0001 to Solicitation N68335-26-Q-1003 extends the quote submission deadline to November 20, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. The amendment also clarifies that vendors must request the latest drawing package by November 6, 2025, 12:00 PM EDT, with failure to do so potentially resulting in quote rejection. This solicitation, a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, seeks Aircraft 10-Ton and 30-Ton Tripod Jacks for the Kuwait Ministry of Defence C-130 Foreign Military Sales Program. A single Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order is anticipated. Offerors must be registered in SAM and provide a valid DD Form 2345 for access to export-controlled technical data. Quotes must include a signed SF-18, CLIN unit pricing, and representations/certifications, remaining valid for 60 days. Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) data will be used in the evaluation.
    Solicitation Conformed - N6833526Q10030001.pdf
    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) N6833526Q10030001, issued by NAVAIR WARFARE CTR AIRCRAFT DIV, is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside for the competitive procurement of Aircraft 10-Ton and 30-Ton Tripod Jacks (P/N: 50J25178 and 53J6268 respectively) for the Kuwait Ministry of Defence C-130 Foreign Military Sales Program. The solicitation has been amended to extend the quote submission deadline to November 20, 2025, and to clarify that vendors must request the latest drawing package to avoid rejection. Award will be a single, Firm Fixed-Price, Purchase Order type contract. Offerors must be registered in SAM and comply with Buy American Act. Technical data packages, which are export-controlled, require submission of a valid DD Form 2345 (Military Critical Technical Data Agreement) by November 6, 2025. All correspondence and questions must be submitted to Alexander Buchan by November 11, 2025. Payment will be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.
    Statement of Work.pdf
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for manufacturing and delivering two 10-ton and two 30-ton Aircraft Tripod Jacks to support the Kuwait Ministry of Defence C-130 Program (Case KU-P-GGY). The contractor must produce these units within 150 days of contract award, adhering to specifications like MIL-STD-130N, MIL-STD-2073-1E, and MIL-STD-129. Key requirements include an ISO 9001-compliant quality assurance system, government final inspection by DCMA, and unique five-digit alphanumeric serial numbers for each item. Packaging, preservation, and shipping must follow MIL-STD-2073-1E, with specific codes and restrictions on materials like loose fill and non-heat-treated wood. Marking must comply with MIL-STD-129R, including special handling labels and Item Unique Identification (IUID). Transportation is FOB Origin, with specific instructions for obtaining assistance and addressing shipments to Compass Forwarding Co. Inc. in Jamaica, New York, marked for the Kuwait Ministry of Defense.
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